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June 2025

Summer Travel for Caregivers

Traveling with your loved one is absolutely possible!  With a little pre-planning and support, make it a goal to get out and make memories.  Your trips may look a little different than you originally thought they would but learn to enjoy the small moments and claim the smiles as victories! Here are some tips for traveling safer and better prepared. 

Pre-Planning Tips:

Choose a family member to plan with you. Two minds are better than one

Book non-stop travel for flights and arrange assistance

Look for senior discounts- senior benefits, shorter lines

Travel Insurance: in case of injury or illness

Travel midday to avoid crowds and traffic: Shoulder Season

Don’t over schedule yourself. Space things out

Don’t advertise your absence on social media or with a lot of people

Let trusted folks know your itinerary.

Pack Light, fewer things-lighter bags

Book ground floor level or near elevators

Bus tours and travel packages do the planning for you! 

Travel Tips:

Don’t travel alone and stay together!

Consider cruising: all inclusive, excursions are pre-arranged, limited mobility

Bring medications in bags

Don’t bring expensive jewelry, or cameras

Wear loose, layered clothing

Comfortable shoes for walking and standing

Stay hydrated, be cautious about food sources

Stay active to avoid blood clots and rest each day

Avoid Subways, use taxis and buses

Don’t forget to be the light to the world, wherever you go!

“And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim the gospel to the whole creation.” Mark 16:15

Meet Our Senior Advisor

Darby Dreger-Tracey

Born and raised in Atlanta, Georgia, Darby is a 4th generation Atlantan. She has spent over 23 years serving in the senior living industry. Her passion for serving others began in college, where she spent time volunteering in the local nursing homes and care communities. 

She quickly recognized the deep need for compassionate giving, advocacy, and equipping families with resources and options.

Darby received a BS degree in Recreation Therapy from Georgia Southern University and went on to apply her degree in the senior living setting. When she is not serving families at Senior Provisions, she serves on the Belief in Action/Missions committee at church, volunteers at Trinity Table Ministries in downtown Atlanta, and volunteers with the Sandy Springs Mission focusing on at-risk children.

“My joy comes from guiding families to a place of peace and comfort that they experience, as they realize they have made a well informed and educated decision regarding the care and well being of their loved one.”

Special Delivery!

Meet Scarlett Evelyn Rush!  Shelby, our Gwinnett advisor, with husband, Nathan, welcomed their third child on May 12th!  Both mom and baby are doing great and getting to know each other this summer. Big brothers, Leo and Everett, are taking turns giving her kisses and lots of love!  We could not be happier for the Rush family!  Join us in celebrating this sweet season!

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Listen to the Harvest!

“Atlanta’s Home for Information

and Inspiration for Living Your

Season of Life with Grace”

The Harvest is the heart of our company’s community ministry for speaking hope, love, and support. We created a platform for promoting, celebrating and connecting our area ministries, non-profits, and resource providers in the service of our elders and their families.

Each week, Hans and Amy field questions and spotlight community ministries. They provide informative and inspiring content focused on guiding Seniors and their Adult Children on healthy living, life planning, and care all resting on the foundation of God’s Word

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